1977 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 530 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
